Festive Season on the Legendary Danube 2024

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Description

Summary

Starts
Nuremberg
Duration
8 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary, exploring their rich history, stunning architecture, and festive Christmas markets. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided tours, cultural experiences, and culinary delights. From the medieval architecture of Nuremberg to the gilded landmarks of Vienna, and the iconic Heroes' Square in Budapest, this tour is a feast for the senses. Enjoy traditional holiday fare, live entertainment, and lectures on board your Suite Ship®, and indulge in the festive atmosphere of the Christkindlmarkt in each city. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a food lover, or a Christmas market aficionado, this tour promises a memorable holiday experience.

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Included

Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites

Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients

Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal

Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room

Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials

Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.

Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats

Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese

Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere

Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner

Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options

Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections

Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor

Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés

New in 2023 - included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day

Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck

Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day

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Avalon View or similar

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7 nights of accommodation onboard an Avalon Waterways River cruise ship

Avalon View: Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite

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Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director

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Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship

Panoramic windows throughout the ship

Elegant, contemporary design & decor

Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges

Covered Observation Lounge

Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day

Elevator

Non-smoking interior and staterooms

Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections

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Destinations

Linz, Austria. Panoramic view of the old town.Linz
Old town of traditional architecture of Bamberg, Bavaria, GermanyBamberg
Budapest - city in HungaryBudapest
Gemeinde Melk - city in AustriaMelk
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna
Photo of scenic summer view of the German traditional medieval half-timbered Old Town architecture and bridge over Pegnitz river in Nuremberg, Germany.Nuremberg
Regensburg - city in GermanyRegensburg
Passau - city in GermanyPassau

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Attractions

Photo of Heroes' Square, Hosok Tere or Millennium Monument, major attraction of city, with 36 m high Corinthian column in center, Budapest, Hungary. Heroes' Square
photo of Nuremberg lock,Nuremberg Germany.Nuremberg lock
Neues Museum NürnbergNew Museum - Nuremberg State Museum of Art and Design
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
Old Town HallOld Town Hall
Photo of St. Stephen's Cathedral. Vienna, Austria.St. Stephen's Cathedral

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Nuremberg

  • Nuremberg
  • Bamberg - Arrival day
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Begin your journey in the historic city of Nuremberg, Germany. Board your Suite Ship® by 5 pm and settle in for the evening. Enjoy a traditional holiday dinner on board and explore the ship at your leisure. Overnight docking in Nuremberg.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Nuremberg and Journey to Regensburg

  • Nuremberg
  • Bamberg
  • Regensburg
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  • Nuremberg lock
  • New Museum - Nuremberg State Museum of Art and Design
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Choose between a guided tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture and the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds. Spend your free time exploring the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg, sampling Bavarian fare. Enjoy live entertainment on board as we cruise to Regensburg.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Regensburg and Cruise to Passau

  • Regensburg
  • Passau
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  • Old Town Hall
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Join a guided city walk in Regensburg, visiting the Altes Rathaus and Porta Pretoria. Take time to browse Regensburg's sparkling Christmas markets. Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board as we cruise to Passau.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Passau and Cruise to Melk

  • Passau
  • Linz
  • Melk
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Join a guided city walk in the beautiful 'City of Three Rivers', Passau. Spend free time in Passau's charming Christkindlmarkt. Alternatively, join a full-day guided optional excursion to Salzburg. Enjoy live entertainment on board as we cruise to Melk.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Marveling at Melk and Journey to Vienna

  • Melk
  • Vienna
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  • Melk Abbey
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Take a guided tour of Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board. In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert in Vienna.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Unveiling Vienna and Cruise to Budapest

  • Vienna
  • Budapest
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  • St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Explore the Habsburg empire on a guided city tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks. Spend free time enjoying the Christkindlesmarkt or relaxing in a Viennese café. Join a guided optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace. Overnight cruise to Budapest.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Budapest - The Pearl of the Danube

  • Budapest
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  • Heroes' Square
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Enjoy a guided city sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes' Square. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube, or enjoy Budapest's cafés, pubs or nightlife. Don't miss the unique Christmas market that Budapest hosts every year during the festive season.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Farewell Budapest

  • Budapest - Departure day
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Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning in Budapest. Take your time to say goodbye to the Pearl of the Danube and prepare for your onward journey.

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